Head Gardener

Overview

A rare and exciting opportunity for an experienced Head Gardener to lead the gardens of a stunning 500‑acre private family estate in Oxfordshire. The role focuses on managing an exceptional one‑acre walled garden, five acres of formal gardens, and two working glasshouses, ensuring the estate is presented to the highest standard at all times.

• Lead a small team of two gardeners, overseeing all aspects of garden maintenance and development.
• Plan and manage workloads, supervise staff, and maintain safe use of garden machinery and equipment.
• Execute planting, pruning, hedge cutting, mowing, glasshouse management and general upkeep across the estate.
• Implement innovative planting schemes, improved growing techniques and sustainable practices.
• Ensure all work spaces are clean, safe and well organised.

• Proven background as a Head Gardener on high‑end private estates.
• Strong leadership, organisational and practical hands‑on skills.
• Experience with tractors and garden machinery; PA1 and PA6 spraying certificates advantageous.
• Artistic flair for house flowers, floral arrangements and decorative displays desirable.
• Willingness to work at height; benefits from kitchen gardening, fruit and flower production experience.

• Three‑bedroom cottage on the estate, rent‑free.
• Council tax and water covered; other utilities paid by the Head Gardener.
• Full‑time, permanent, live‑in position (Mon‑Fri, 8:00‑17:00 with one hour lunch).
• Occasional out‑of‑hours work for events and private functions.

£40,000 + Accommodation

s, Oxfordshire

EC70607

To apply, email Jay Rimell at inf or call